Manchester history featured in webinar
submitted by Sybil Kolon Manchester’s own Sutton/Kolongowski farmstead and its transformation into the Iron Creek Preserve was the topic of the monthly webinar of the Michigan Historic Preservation Network (MHPN). The webinar is now available on the MHPN website: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DW8VxU2Ne5Y The project, “Deconstructing the Past, From Farmstead to Nature Preserve,” was the subject of workshops […]
Photos: WCRC replaces Sheridan Road culvert
from Washtenaw County Road Commission On Thursday, October 17, 2024, the Washtenaw County Road Commission completed their culvert replacement and reopened Sheridan Road between Allen Road and US-12 (Michigan Avenue) in Bridgewater and Manchester townships.
WCSO September police services monthly report for City of Manchester
As reported by Lt. Alan Hunt, WCSO During the month of September 2024 there were 111 calls for service in the City of Manchester. During this time, 74 traffic stops were made, resulting in 19 citations. Noteworthy events in the City of Manchester during the month included: On September 26, a collaboration deputy responded to […]
New parking lot gets new trees from grant
by Marsha Chartrand For the fourth year in a row, the City of Manchester has been awarded a $3,000 grant as part of the Consumers Energy Community Street and Boulevard Tree Planting Grant Program. This funding has been used over the years in addition to already-budgeted funds for annual tree planting, removal, and maintenance to […]
Luther C. Klager Elementary students learn about Manchester history
submitted by Melissa Yekulis On Friday, October 11, the children of Manchester were treated to a special walking field trip to the Manchester Area Historical Society. Every child, Young 5s through Second Grade, were treated to a personalized tour of the history of Manchester. While there, they learned the timeline of how Manchester has changed and grown […]
Manchester students attend Manufacturing Day at WCC
submitted by Fran LeFort, Washtenaw Community College Approximately 160 students from area high schools, including students from Manchester, visited Washtenaw Community College (WCC) Manufacturing Day 2024 on Friday, October 4, to learn about high-demand careers in advanced manufacturing. Students from eight Washtenaw County Schools toured WCC’s Welding, Automation and Robotics, and CNC Machining labs. The […]
Manchester Township discusses fires, new master plan, & Iron Mill Pond special assessment district
by Sybil Kolon All board members were present at the October 9 board meeting except Krista Jarvis. Also present were fire chief Bill Scully; deputy fire chief Mike Kouba; planning commissioner Carl Werner; and a few other members of the public. Fire chief Bill Scully provided the monthly report for September. There were 38 calls […]
2024 Washtenaw Field Day was one to remember!
submitted by John Scaramucci, Washtenaw County Conservation District A BIG shout-out to everyone who made the 2024 Washtenaw Field Day one to remember! Special recognition goes to the Henes family of H & H Harvest for hosting this year’s event back on September 13. Attendees were treated to free well-water testing, expert presentations regarding cover […]
Are you able to adopt a family for Christmas?
submitted by Diane Du Russel, Manchester Family Service Harvesting is almost complete it seems. Thanksgiving is soon and then a joyful Christmas. Would you like to help contribute to someone’s joy this Christmas? Manchester Family Service (MFS) is getting ready for their annual Adopt-a-Family Program. This program matches clients with anonymous donors who volunteer to […]
It’s time to get your COVID-19 and flu vaccines
submitted by the Washtenaw County Health Department Stay safer in the upcoming months by getting your fall vaccinations. We are entering the time of year where more people get sick from COVID-19, flu, and RSV. Vaccines can prevent serious illness during respiratory illness season, especially for those who are at higher risk. The Washtenaw County […]
